Electric Vehicle Extrication Checklist

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This information was provided by: Next Level Extrication at the 2021 Arvada Fire Department Auto-X Class. For more information contact Next Level Extrication, see below.

STEPS TO TAKE WHEN APPROACHING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE:

1. Approach at a 45 degree angle
2. Identify the type of vehicle i.e. badging, lack of exhaust, drive shaft or under carriage
3. Identify if the vehicle is stable or unstable:
   • Place chocks or struts
   • Identify if vehicle is in park
   • Turn off the vehicle if accessible
   • Remove the keys (outside the vehicle)
   • Attempt to pop the hood (electric latch)
   • Turn hazard lights on
   • While completing your 360º attempt to open all the doors (electric latches).
   • Shut down 12V and high voltage system

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